Construction Field Guide 3rd Edition

Construction Field Guide 3rd Edition is a ready-reference field guide puts every aspect of the construction industry right at your fingertips.  It is completely up to date and its scope of coverage is truly encyclopedic.

In a clear, straightforward manner, it guides you through:

• contracts and documents
• building codes and inspections
• labor relations
• safety programs
• financing and insurance
• planning and scheduling
• quality control
• project management
• and much, much more....

Although originally developed for general contractors, Construction Field Guide 3rd Edition has been supplemented to be an invaluable reference for subcontractors, owners, architects, inspectors, property managers, construction attorneys and anyone else in the industry.  Whether you are dealing with dispute resolution or cost estimating, this book tells you what you need to know and how to get it done.

Moreover, the Construction Field Guide includes incredibly detailed descriptions of all construction materials and methods, from site exploration and soil testing, to concrete construction, rough carpentry, lathing and plastering, roofing, painting, glass and glazing, wiring, plumbing, insulation and more.  For each topic you'll find a clear description of the materials used, preparation methods, capacities, measurements and even estimating techniques and considerations.